Do you offer special techniques such as hand-coloring or toning?
Color, B&W, Sepia.
Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?
All lighting situations. I can shoot in indoor, outdoor, existing or artificial light and with flash or no flash. I can cover any situation.
Is your media preference film or digital?
Digital
How many photographers do you work with?
1 or alone depending on the situation, I do not like to look like a Hollywood movie shoot at my clients weddings. If you have a large guest list of 250 or more I may need 2 assistant shooters.
Do you guarantee your presence at the actual event?
YES! I am a professional and very dependable.
Do you sometimes book yourself for more than one event in a day? Weekend?
I do only ONE wedding per weekend so that I can give my very best to my clients. I work closely with my clients and feel that they are my friends by the time the wedding day comes.
Do you have a replacement photographer in case you become unavailable on the day of the event?
Yes, I am connected to many professional photographers, and I belong to the PPA, DWF and other networking groups - so if I did become ill, I would be able to send another qualified professional.
What kind of equipment do you typically bring with you on the day-of?
I brings 2 cameras, 2 flashes, tons of digital film, a tripod in case I need it, multiple lenses. I try to travel light in order to move quickly and capture the action.
Do you bring back-up equipment to the event in case of malfunction?
YES. All the time.
Do you charge hourly or full day?
I charge for a full day of shooting, but will do shorter more intimate weddings as well. If things run late as they sometimes do, we discuss it that day and charge by the hour. If it is just an extra 30 minutes or so I do not charge extra.. I am very fair.
What is your policy on taking breaks? If you require a meal break, do you require that the client provide your meal?
I will take a bathroom break and time to gulp down some food- otherwise I work pretty hard.
Do you charge for travel?
Only if it is out of state or if I need to stay overnight.
How soon after the event are the proofs ready for viewing?
A week to 10 working days.
In what format are the initial proofs offered?
Online gallery to view and purchase, Proof DVD. Proof books of various styles are available.
How long can the client keep the proofs?
if proofs are in your package, they are yours to keep.
Do you retain the copyright for the photos?
Yes.
Do you reserve the right to publish the photos?
Yes.
Do you provide the digital files and/or negatives (or copies of the negatives) to the client?
Yes.
Will images be available for viewing online?
Yes.
What kind of albums do you offer?
Artistic, handcrafted custom designed albums; American made and beautiful quality. I design and layout all my albums. They are breathtaking!
When will the client get the final album?
As early as 3 months after the wedding.